Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Friend, MD
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Surgery Physician · Norfolk, VA
- NPI 1598926842
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
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6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300
Norfolk, VA 235022824
(757) 261-5000
fax (757) 962-5610 - Additional location
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5501 Old York RD, Marion-Louise Saltzman Women's Center
Philadelphia, PA 191413018
(215) 254-2730
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 21, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Virginia #0101265903 · Pennsylvania #MD454473
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1598926842. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
566
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$89,704
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 195 | 140 | $95 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 84 | 65 | $64 | |
76642 |
Limited ultrasound scan of 1 breast | 81 | 61 | $33 | |
19301 |
Partial removal of breast | 46 | 38 | $614 | |
38525 |
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm | 31 | 31 | $213 | |
38900 |
Imaging of lymph nodes during surgery | 31 | 31 | $130 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 29 | 29 | $176 | |
19285 |
Placement of locating device in breast using ultrasound guidance, first growth | 22 | 22 | $41 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 19 | 19 | $130 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 17 | 12 | $140 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in this city , average services per provider: 58. This provider delivers 9.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$47
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Endomagnetics Ltd | 1 | $46.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
69
Patients
66
Total drug cost
$282
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 31 | 30 | $142 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 24 | 24 | $60 |
| Acetaminophen-Codeine (Acetaminophen With Codeine) | Brand | 14 | 12 | $80 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Friend's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Friend practices Surgery Physician in Norfolk, VA.
Where does Dr. Kara Friend practice?
Dr. Kara Friend practices at 6251 E Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 300, Norfolk, VA 235022824. Office phone: 7572615000.
What is Dr. Kara Friend's NPI?
Dr. Kara Friend's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598926842, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Friend accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Friend accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Friend commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Limited ultrasound scan of 1 breast (HCPCS 76642). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.